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Schizophrenia in adolescent twins: a case study.

Doron Gothelf1, Ayelet Brand-Gothelf, Alan Apter

  • 1Behavioral Genetic Clinic, Feinberg Child Study Center, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel, 14 Kaplan St., POB 559, Petah Tiqwa 49202, Israel. gothelf@post.tau.ac.il

The Israel Journal of Psychiatry and Related Sciences
|May 27, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Schizophrenia research in twins historically shifted focus to genetics. This article reviews the treatment of adolescent schizophrenic twins, highlighting unique developmental and therapeutic considerations for twins.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Genetics
  • Developmental Psychology

Background:

  • Twin studies have historically been pivotal in understanding the genetic basis of psychiatric disorders, shifting focus from psychodynamic theories.
  • Despite the prevalence of both twinning and schizophrenia, clinical literature on the developmental and treatment aspects of psychiatrically ill twins remains sparse.

Observation:

  • This article examines the treatment of adolescent twins diagnosed with schizophrenia.
  • It specifically addresses the developmental, educational, and therapeutic challenges encountered when managing twin patients.

Findings:

  • The recent case of identical schizophrenic twins provided an opportunity to review existing literature.
  • This review revisits key issues pertinent to the treatment of schizophrenic twins.

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Implications:

  • Understanding the unique needs of schizophrenic twins is crucial for effective clinical practice.
  • Further research into the developmental trajectories and tailored interventions for twins with schizophrenia is warranted.